Review the Navy's role and the influence of sea power in the history of U.S. military engagement.

Review should include the Navy’s role in and how sea power influenced the

  • American Revolution
  • American Civil War
  • World War I
  • World War II
    • Atlantic battles
    • Pacific battles
  • Cold War era
  • contemporary operations (e.g., Persian Gulf and Afghanistan).

Process/Skill Questions:

  • How are America’s roles in foreign wars different than its role in domestic wars?
  • How has America’s military role changed throughout history?